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It’s summer and the time of year that thoughts turn to ice cream. ©AdobeStock

We All Scream for Ice Cream! 

It’s summer and the time of year when our thoughts turn to ice cream. The Santa Clarita Valley many great places to satisfy the urge for sweet, creamy ice cream

Fans of the cult classic “Twin Peaks” have the opportunity to visit iconic spots like the Double R Diner, home of that famous cherry pie and a “fine cup of coffee;” and the Great Northern Hotel, which overlooks Snoqualmie Falls. PHOTO ©SPENCER UHRIG

Movie and TV Film Locations Celebrated 

Many iconic movies and television shows that linger fondly in the memories of the American public continue to be celebrated in the locations where they were filmed, or set.  Most

Do you want to build a sandcastle? There are places to learn how to build one and many places to watch or participate in contents. ©AdobeStock

Do You Wanna Build a Sandcastle? 

Remember how much fun it was to take a plastic pail and shovel to the beach and spend hours in the sand building sandcastles? I remember being so upset when

Angeles National Forest has a system of OHV-designated routes that are open to four-wheel drive vehicles, ATVs and motorcycles and are identified by “designated route” signs. SIGNAL FILE PHOTO

Get Ready to Do Some Local Off-Roading 

With so much beautiful scenery in California, it’s not a surprise that off-roading is such an extremely popular hobby.  “Off-roading lets you drive somewhere you’ve never seen, meet people, make

Nothing says fair food like a hot and crunchy corn dog. Photo Pixabay.

Celebrate Summer — Its Fair Time! 

There’s just something magical about a county fair, it could be the exhibits, the rides or the fried food, but a county fair is always part nostalgia and part carefree

What’s better than watching Shakespeare outdoors? Watching it for free. ©ADOBESTOCK

Free Summer Shakespeare and More 

It’s officially summer and Southern California has more entertainment options than you have time. Enjoy some of these unique and fun entertainment options.  Aug. 1-2, 4  Santa Clarita Shakespeare Festival 

Can you have chickens in Santa Clarita? We found the places to ask those types of questions. ©ADOBESTOCK

Can I Have Chickens in Santa Clarita? 

Many homeowners who live in the city of Santa Clarita often have questions about what is, and what is not permissible to do on their property. One of the hottest

Park your RV under a canopy of soaring spruce, hemlock, Douglas fir and Redwoods at Ramblin’ Redwoods campground. PHOTO COURTESY RAMBLIN’ REDWOODS

Best RV Parks, Campgrounds in California 

Whenever you talk about the “best” of any category, the term “best” is often in the eye of the beholder. Many campgrounds and recreation vehicle parks are often better suited

Independence Day became a federal holiday in 1941, but July 4th has stood as the birth of American independence for much longer. July 4th marks a pivotal moment in the American Revolution.

Why We Celebrate the Fourth of July 

Few summertime holidays elicit as much excitement as the Fourth of July, also known as Independence Day in the United States.  Each year, family, friends and revelers anticipate the arrival

Downtown Running Springs. Courtesy Running Springs Area Chamber of Commerce.

Small Towns That are Worth a Visit 

By Angela Timmons  Only in California  When most people think of Southern California, the first things that come to mind are the plentiful sandy beaches, the endless blue skies and

Follow well-marked paths through the lush, fern-filled glen at Fern Dell, amble through an urban wilderness to Bronson Caves (the Bat Cave in the 1960s Batman TV series) or trek to the Griffith Observatory. © Amatullah Guyot

Amazing Things to Do in Griffith Park 

Discover astronomical wonders, the history of the American West, and an antique carousel at the largest municipal park in the country  Griffith Park spans more than 4,300 scenic acres, making

Mortgage interest rates are key to determining whether or not you can afford the house you are interested in purchasing. ©ADOBE STOCK

A Guide to Mortgage Interest Rates 

Buying a home is the most expensive purchase many people make in their lifetime. Some people do it only once, while others are in the market with greater frequency. In

A variety of tea pots sit on a shelf at Teagan’s Enchanted Tea Room on Friday May 16, 2025 in Old Town Newhall, Calif. Katherine Quezada/The Signal

Afternoon tea time in Santa Clarita 

By Alicia Doyle  Tucked between the sunny strip malls and suburban streets of Santa Clarita lies a surprising escape into a slower, more refined world — tea rooms where porcelain